Finding a Job

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TechnologicalFinding a JobWho are the different people you can use to help you find a job?PhoneHot calls: Calls to people you know or follow-up to applications.Cold calls: Someone you have had no prior contact. Before calling, prepare what you are going to say (script) and take notes! Always get the name of the person you spoke with.

REMEMBER: The call is your first contact with the job MAKE A GOOD IMPRESSION!InternetHow do people find jobs?OrganizationalProfessionalTypes of NetworkingNetworkingUsing the people you know to help you find a job.

60-80% of all jobs are found through networkingSchool ResourcesWho at school can help you find a job?Mrs. Stroot (SBWE; Internships)Ms. Harris (Career Center)Guidance CounselorsAdministratorsTeachersNewspaper Classified Ads20% of jobs are found in the classifieds.MagazinesPublicationsPrint AdvertisementsUse the right websites!Be leery of “get rich quick” or “work from home” schemes.Always follow-up by researching the company and visiting it in person.Direct to EmployerGoing directly to the employer and asking for a job. FIRST IMPRESSION! Make it count!Dress well, speak clearly, get names of people you have talked to and get a phone number so that you can follow-up. KEEP TRYING!Staffing Agencies (Public and Private)Temp AgenciesEmployment AgenciesPeople you know through their business, your business, or a professional organization.